Disability Management Advisor (Student Services Professional III)

CSU; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 37,051 - 61,826; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma State University is seeking a Disability Management Advisor to support students with disabilities by determining eligibility for services, advising on accommodations, and coordinating disability support across the university.

The role requires reviewing medical/psychological documentation and staying current on federal/state access laws, CSU policies, and related mandates to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field; upper-division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution is preferred.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience; one year in the program area may be preferred.
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive academic accommodation services to eligible students with disabilities.
• Determine eligibility for DSS services after review of disability-related documentation and determine appropriate academic accommodations.
• Provide comprehensive academic advising and participate in planning to ensure compliance with equal access laws; design and coordinate disability support services.

Skills

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Titanium

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree substituted for one year of experience

Tools

N/A

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to and under the general supervision of the Director of Disability Services for Students (DSS), the Disability Management Advisor performs a wide variety of generally complex Student Services Professional work by providing comprehensive academic accommodation services to eligible Sonoma State University students. The incumbent determines and evaluates eligibility for DSS services after careful review of detailed and complex disability-related medical/psychological documentation; determines appropriate academic accommodation based on the functional limitations associated with one's disability; provides comprehensive academic advising; and participates in educational endeavors to ensure the university complies with Federal and State equal access laws. The incumbent assists in the design, implementation, planning and coordination of comprehensive and integrated disability support services. The incumbent performs complex work utilizing intermediate-level analytical and interpersonal skills where assignments include department, division and campus-wide responsibilities. The incumbent works closely with the Director in order to keep up-to-date on complex and ever-evolving equal access laws such as the ADAAA, Sections 504 & 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, CSU Executive Orders, and other system-wide mandates in order to assist the university in providing equal access to the educational process for students with disabilities.

Key Qualifications

This position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper‑division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job‑related. Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Candidates with learning disability assessment experience highly desired. Experience keeping records and correspondence by computer and demonstrated effective communication skills, both orally and written, are required. Prior experience working with students who have learning disabilities and interpreting assessments within a university environment is preferred. Intermediate computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Titanium is preferred.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and will not exceed $5,540 a month. This is a full time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer (comprehensive benefits summary PDF).

Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting

The University is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Employment Eligibility & Conditions

CSU Out of State Policy – Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU‑related work outside the state of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Education Code 89521 – Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e., H‑1B visas).

Application Process & Accommodations

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to [e-mail]. The ADA Coordinator is also available at [e-mail] to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.